Super Bowl 2025: When to Watch and Who's Playing

Now that the National Football League playoffs are over, the upcoming Super Bowl LIX will feature two of the best teams going head-to-head on the field. In addition to football, the event will include a performance by a major rapper.

Football fans can look forward to an exciting matchup next month as the championship game for the National Football League's (NFL) 2024 season approaches. Super Bowl LIX will take place on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome, located at 1500 Sugar Bowl Drive in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Super Bowl week will feature exciting events such as Opening Night and the Super Bowl Experience, an interactive attraction suitable for all ages. Music fans won't be disappointed, as rapper Kendrick Lamar will headline the Apple Music halftime show.

The musician, who is headlining the Super Bowl for the second time, confirmed the news in a social media post. In a statement about his selection, he said, "Rap music is still the most impactful genre to date. And I'll be there to remind the world why. They got the right one."

NFL head of music Seth Dudowsky stated, "Few artists have impacted music and culture as profoundly as Kendrick Lamar. Time and time again, Kendrick has proven his unique ability to craft moments that resonate, redefine, and ultimately shake the very foundation of hip-hop."

Dudowsky concluded, "We're excited to collaborate with Kendrick, Roc Nation, and Apple Music to deliver another unforgettable Halftime Show." On June 24, 2025, SZA revealed in a short clip alongside Lamar, that she will join him on stage during the halftime show.

There are multiple ways to tune in to the sporting event. It will be broadcast live on FOX, with national coverage starting at 6:30 p.m. ET. Viewers with connected televisions can also stream the game via the NFL and Tubi channels.

For those with only a tablet or phone, the event can be streamed live through the NFL app. Fans who prefer audio coverage can listen via NFL+, SiriusXM, and WestwoodONE.

The NFL Network will provide more than 70 hours of live coverage throughout Super Bowl week. According to its Instagram page, the opening game will feature the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles.

The NFL also shared a detailed diagram of the 2024-2025 NFL playoffs, showcasing all the teams the Chiefs and Eagles defeated on their way to Super Bowl LIX.

The Eagles snagged their Super Bowl LIX spot after playing a game against the Washington Commanders on January 26, in a National Football Conference (NFC) Championship Game. The Commanders lost 55-23 against the opponents.

The Eagles' 55 points set an NFC Championship game record with Jalen Hurts scoring three touchdowns and throwing for one. The NFL declared Hurts' team NFC Champions in an Instagram post, where it wrote, "Back on top of the NFC 🦅 #SBLIX."

On the other hand, the Chiefs became the American Football Conference (AFC) Champions after beating the Buffalo Bills 32-29. This was the fifth time in six seasons that the team will be going to the Super Bowl.

The NFL shared an Instagram picture of the Chiefs to celebrate their win and qualification into the Super Bowl. The post was captioned, "For the 5th time in the last six years, the @chiefs are AFC Champions. #SBLIX."

As the countdown to Super Bowl LIX continues, fans around the world eagerly anticipate an unforgettable game filled with thrilling moments and top-tier entertainment. Whether watching from home or attending in person, this year's event promises to be a spectacular celebration of football and culture.